Fruity Cocktails

According to The Museum of the American Cocktail, the first appearance of the word "cocktail" as a type of drink was in a Hudson, N.Y., newspaper on May 6, 1806. Later, Jerry Thomas, in his...

Strawberry Liqueur, also known by the French name Creme De Fraise, is very sweet and colorful. This is a really easy recipe for making Strawberry Liqueur.

Flavored vodka infusions are quite popular, however most recipes call for fresh fruit and take a week to ten days to "cure" You can make a mandarin orange flavored vodka infusion at...

Skittle infused vodka is a homemade vodka that consists of only vodka and Skittles. It is a sweet alcoholic treat with a bite and is very easy to make. If you're looking for a new way to taste...

This is a wonderful recipe to make and put in a special decanter or glass bottle and give as a gift. Or better yet, have your friends over for dinner and drizzle this over ice cream for dessert! ...

This is the best party drink ever. It has some of everything in it.

Okay, so you are ready for a nice summer party... you've got the Weber grill cleaned up, the burgers are set to go but what about the drinks? Beer and wine always work but how about something new?...

This article will teach you how to make your own infused vodka! You can infuse whatever vodka you like with the fruit of your choice! This is a great way to capture the flavor of your choice and...

Jungle Juice is one of the best and ultimate party drinks. There are many different versions, but this is the recipe for "real" jungle juice. Many others simply contain just vodka and a...

This is a mixed drink recipe with a very sweet and creamy, yet fruity taste. When you first drink it you will think that it’s a lot like a Pineapple Parfait, but it’s filled with liquor so don’t...

Want a perfect summer mixed drink recipe for your next party!! It is so pretty, and so delicious you may not just have one!! Your guests will simply love them! These are not only perfect for...

Kirsch in German means cherries, and this liquor is still made at home in many European kitchens today. There are many cakes and fruit tarts that incorporate Kirsch liquor in the recipe for the...

Appletinis are apple-flavored versions of the traditional vodka martini that replace dry vermouth with apple schnapps. Usually served in a martini glass with a decorative apple-slice garnish,...

Why buy a Lemonade Cooler when you can make your own Alcoholic Lemonade Cooler at home? Use this extremely easy recipe to make a delicious cooler that will never have you going back to buying an...

This is how to make the famous Caipirinha. It is 100% Brasilian. All the girls love it, because if done right you can't taste any alcohol! Great for Barbacues and parties!

Here is a delicious recipe for a refreshing summer cocktail. Mix this delicious orange, vodka and soda drink called an "Orange Summer" for a picnic, BBQ, or just an evening on the porch.

Get your head into a sweet and simple mindset by planning to entertain simply for summer. You can do it often by relying on a few refreshing staple recipes. Here's one to start with: a delicious,...

When the cold air finally settles and spring time is just around the corner, don't you just get so excited to experience the beauty of a fresh, new season? How about celebrating with some friends...

Jello shots have become very popular and common in bars, at resorts and at regular family gatherings. Going back several years ago and many people had never even heard about them. The original...

Red Bull and Vodka is my new favorite drink! I started drinking it at one of my favorite watering holes one night and got hooked. I also realized how expensive it is, so I went out and bought...

Learn how to make a delicious alcoholic beverage called "Sex on the Beach." This cocktail is a favorite of many and is a National Bartenders Association Official Cocktail. If you like a...

If you like the traditional Jello Shots, also called Jello Shooters, or Vodka Jelly, then you will LOVE these! This is absolutely the best way to make them where you will not even taste the vodka....

This is a traditional recipe for a sex on the beach cocktail which contains vodka and peach schnapps. This drink is typically categorized as a fruity cocktail and tends to be the drink of choice...

Freshly squeezed Orange Juice is key to this delightfully light and refreshing summer drink. A local favorite on Maryland's Eastern Shore - perfect for those lazy hot summer days out on the...

If you like vodka and you like skittles, you will like this candy-flavored vodka!

Caipiroska is a traditional brazilian drink and is a variation of perhaps Brazil's most well known alchoholic bevarge internationally, the caipirinha. Unlike its more well known sibling the...

This yummy drink tastes exactly the childhood candy...except with grown-up ingredients! It's liquid candy that you and your friends will love.

A few years ago I was on a date with a guy. We were at a bar when he decided to play a joke. He gave me $10 to go to the bar and ask the bartender for a hairy navel without the vodka. I didn't...

A Salty Dog is a mixed alcoholic drink that is similar to a "Screwdriver," but it has much more of a bite! It is a very simple and refreshing drink, and depending upon the brand of...

For those who like extremely sweet drinks

Jello Shots are a fun way to spice up any gathering that lacks a bit of color in the booze department! Now you can slur while you jiggle and wiggle!

Usually I don't drink alcoholic drinks, but, this sounds very tasty. Give this a try over the winter months. If you have a cold - it may really help you fight a cough!!! It would also be good...

This recipe makes awesome pineapple flavored vodka for making martinis or on the rocks!

3 simple steps on how to make the blue thunder drink.

This drink has a refreshing taste to it

This is a very sweet cocktail

Watermelon is a great summer fruit. If you like vodka then you can combine them together to make vodka flavor watermelon.

If you were around in the 70's you probably remember the days of making Kaluha from vodka, instant coffee, and vanilla beans. Today there is a whole new era of creating specialty drinks from a...

Looking for a recipe to mix a lime vodka drink? This is really simple and very tasty!

Looking for the perfect adult summer refresher? Try a lavender-infused vodka lemonade. The simplicity of an old-fashioned summer drink, combined with the sophistication of an infused liquor make...

The Swedish Fish shot is a great alternative to typical shooters. Impress your friends at your next house party or night out on the town by serving this tangy treat that if made correctly tastes...

A Lemon Drop is a cocktail that is made with different ingredients or just made with vodka. The drink can be a shooter or be strained into larger glasses. Adding the raspberry vodka makes it a...

Though a traditional martini is made with gin and dry vermouth, these days there are more variations than ever on this popular classic. Today’s most popular martinis are often made with a...

A refreshing, slushy, sweet strawberry drink that gets a bit of fizz from 7UP. A great mix to have on hand for company. This recipe makes a lot and keeps in the freezer for several months.

Traditionally, a martini is made with gin and dry vermouth. These days, however, popular drinks with “martini” in their names are often made with a combination of vodka and a fruity...

Love Vodka? Love Red Bull? Mix these following ingredients together to make a Gold Fizz, an increasingly popular drink being enjoyed all over. Follow a few simple instructions, and you will find...

Energy drinks are all the rage right now. Mixing them into alcohol is even more popular. With these simple instructions you can have a refreshing energy drink with a bit of a kick to it!

The Gilligan's Island cocktail, named after the infamous television series "Gilligan's Island," is a sweet, fruit-flavored beverage without too much alcohol. The show "Gilligan's Island" was...

This cocktail is unique and delicious. An interesting blend of wine, raspberry soda and vodka, this drink will inspire conversation. It's a wonderful after dinner drink or served with a steak...

This fruity frozen vodka drink is perfect for summer. Made with blue curacao and grape schnapps, it has a splash of cool fruity taste without being overly sweet or tasting like juice. This drink...